Dyeing Clothing with Tea
I did this with white sheets to make country curtains. One lesson I learned-make sure ALL of the sheets are the same type material. Sheets came from thrift stores and turned out beautifully-complete with lots of ruffles.
AAA for Travelers
I have wondered what to give my son this year because he commutes long distances. This is it. Thanks for sharing.
Benefits of Fish Oil Vitamins
I have anxiety attacks also and will be trying this. Thanks so much for the article.
Be Satisfied with Your Purchase
Wish this were true with one of the local fast-food places. The service has been poor, food cold, food missing, diluted cokes. I did call the home office, but the results were dismal. No improvements, the counters are now so dusty you can actually see huge...
My Frugal Life - Depression Era Thread Tip
Love the button and thread tip! Never would have thought of either of those. Thanks
Cigarette Odor in an Air Conditioner?
See if your car has a cabin air filter that may need changing also. You might have to ask a dealer if your car has this. Good luck.
Keeping My Dog Warm at Night?
My dog was always inside with us. He was very clean, never a problem, just knew he was a very cold natured dog.
Cleaning Supply Co-Op
What a great idea. Just goes to show you, there are still decent people in this old world. Your parents are so lucky.
Does anyone still use the old mop and bucket?
I dont use the Swiffer because of pet concerns, just a lightweight mop from the dollar store with the pine-sol mixture, so yes, its the old mop and bucket for me.
Onesie Cake
My grand daughter is planning for another baby, this will be her shower gift. Thanks for sharing a great idea, from one crafter to another.
Use Cinnamon Chips Instead of Nuts in Baking
What a great idea, had never heard of cinnamon chips. Thanks to the other readers for providing a link on where to buy them. I bookmarked a site so that I an go back to it in the very near future.
Automatic Dishwashers Save Water
I agree, buy a good brand of dishwasher cleanser, the cheap ones dont work, leave stains.
Recycled Can for Filling Freezer Bags
Have to add my thank-you. What a great idea!! And what a great community to belong to, can usually find an answer to most anything relevant to a Thrifty household.
Advice from Surviving Hurricane Ike
Here are a few tips learned from Hurricane Ivan: If at all possible, try to keep 2 or 3 (5) gallon gas cans full if a hurricane enters the Gulf, withdraw money from the bank, if you are lucky enough to find a gas station on, they will be using a generator to...
Ask Butcher To Make Sale Roasts Into Ground Beef
I never knew this, what a great idea. Thanks for sharing.
Cheap Ink Cartridges?
You can get refills at Walgreens,the black ones for my printer are $10.00, the color ones are $15.00.
Stopping Scam Phone Calls?
The next time you get the call,act as if you are interested in what they are selling, get as much information as you can, name of company, address,phone number, agents name, extension number, then politely hang up. Your next step is to go to the website www...
Make Your Own Storage Pantry for Buying in Bulk
A picture would help so much, could you do another post with a picture?
Use a Child's Wading Pool as a Garden
Will be searching everywhere for a kiddie pool! What a great idea. Thanks for sharing, oh, and have a wonderful day.
Neighbor Throws Things Into My Yard?
Call the polilce each time it happens. You will be creating a paper trail that can be used in court.Sue for harressment and / or damages. A lot of trouble, but well worth the effort.
Use Masking Tape to Make Seed Tapes
Did this last year and none of my seeds came up. Was so disappointing.
Bleach Residue on Drinking Glasses?
Try using white vinegar. Fill each glass beyond the bleach mark. let them sit overnight. Just rinse out the next morning.
Save Dog Fluff for the Birds
Have already started saving the lint from my dryer for this very purpose!
Dentures Are Hurting My Gums?
Several weeks, until the swelling goes down. However, look for a product by the name of benzodent. This was recommended by my dentist several years ago, to use on my gums until they became adjusted to the dentures. Ask your druggist they stock it, may be abehind...
Chili Recipes?
I would like to thank everyone for the delicious chili recipes. Will try all of them once, then see which one(s) fit my family the best. Thanks so much.
Check Refurbished Printer Cartridge Expiration Date
You can bet this will be my last HP printer. After two refills from Walgreens that didnt work I thought the printer was defective PLUS the refills never last as long as the new ones. Thank you for sharing this information. Shame on HP.
Use Foil to Prevent Meat Freezer Burn
What a great idea, have thrown out so much freezer burnt meat. Thanks
Sponge Eyeshadow Applicator for Cleaning Keyboard
Oh, thank you, thank you, thank you! Although this one is probably beyond redemption, I will try the applicator on this one before swapping it out.
Selling Inventory from a Business?
Donate them to a senior citizen center, or a nursing home. This would be great fellowship items. Good luck.
Removing Adhesive Residue from Transdermal Patch?
Try using baby oil. Apply a few drops to the sticky area and rub it in. The residue will roll up / off. Its all I have ever used. Good luck.
Finding Metal Columns for Wedding?
Go to a metal fabricating shop, or find a welder, a individual would be great (possibly a friend?). Hope this helps.
Add Coffee Creamer for Tastier Pasta Dishes
What a great idea! Will pass this along to my mom and friends. Thanks for sharing.
Using Hand Sanitizer For Sticky Residue
Will try this on a Jeep I just bought, has many stickers in odd places, fenders,etc. Thanks.
My Garden Shed
What a great shed! It looks as if it is inviting you to come on in, lets pot something.
Buying a Car at Auction?
Contact your attorney general. Flooded autos are not supposed to be sold. Also, get a car fax report as quickly as possible. Go online to get it.
Removing Gas Odor from Child's Portable Play Yard?
Try sunning it for several hours. The next thing would be to spray it with Carpet Fresh, the kind that is for pets and still leave it in the sun for a while. Good luck.
Removing Nicotine Stains on the Exterior of a Refrigerator?
Try magic erasers. I buy mine at Dollar General, they are very good at removing a lot of tough grime and stains. They remove my husbands mechanic grease from our ref door, so the nicotine should come off fairly easy. Good luck.
Reviews of Jitterbug Cell Phone Service?
Costs to much. Have to sign a contract, Not enough minutes, try net10. No contract, go to their web site, www.net10.com. Good luck
Decorative Cake Pan Stepping Stones
What a great idea! Will be looking for good pans at local thrift stores & garage sales.
Use Paper Clip to Mark Tape End
What a great idea! You have no idea of the times I have lost the end of the shipping tape. Thanks.
Use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to Remove Paint Transfer
I have gradually replaced the other cleansers with the magic eraser. Thanks for sharing a very good tip.
Cleaning a Pop-up Camper?
Try Lysol Basin Tub & Tile cleaner. (try on a small spot first) I used it to clean our camper, inside & out. Its very good at removing stains, mold and believe it or not a chain smokers residue! Spray it on, leave a few minutes, wipe off. Be sure to use gloves...
Reuse Margarine Tub as Sprinkle Container
Never would have thought of this, thanks. Two thumbs up for your printing :-)
Lingerie Bags for Keeping Track of Socks
Wish I had thought of this when my kids were small. We had a communal sock bag, all strays went in it, usually we would sit on the sofa, sort socks and just visit, catch up on small talk and enjoy the great finds of socks matching :-) I miss that.
Lingerie Bags for Keeping Track of Socks
Wish I had thought of this when my kids were small. We had a communal sock bag, all strays went in it, usually we would sit on the sofa, sort socks and justvisit, catch up on small talk and enjoy the great finds of socks matching :-) I miss that.
Creative Sink Storage Ideas
What a great idea! Will be going to the Dollar store my next trip in to town.
Take Advantage of 0% Interest Store Offers
We have just started doing this. What a great way to buy good quality furniture or appliances, with no interest! We paid off our balance three months early, made everyone happy.
Water Plants With Leftover Tea
Have gave cold coffee to my plants for a long time (black), never considered tea. Thanks for another good idea.
Use Vinegar For Removing Chewing Gum
Would this remove sticker residue from inside a car windshield? There is still sticky stuff I cant get off.
Use Vinegar For Removing Chewing Gum
Used the vinegar to remove the sticky residue from the windshield, worked like a charm!
My Frugal Life: Discount Diva
Going a step further living frugally, have you ever tried angelfoodministries.com?
Removing Nicotine Stains from Window Frames?
We bought a camper from a chain smoker, and there is hope. I used Lysol basin, Tub & Tile cleaner. Spray it in an area that wont be noticed to see how well it will clean for you, wipe off with a damp cloth or sponge. When I started cleaning / spraying I sprayed...
My Frugal Life: Making It Through a Little Longer
Have you tried Angel Food Ministries? Go to www.angelfoodministries.com. (I think this is right) If not go to Ask.com & put in find angel food ministries It should direct you to the nearest site.
My Frugal Life: Food On Hand
I have donated to our local food-bank several times, this is what its for. Please, if you ever run really short, pay them a visit. Because of the tornados just north of here it has made me realize I need to stash food in a safe place (underground shelter), several...
Solar Lights for a Power Outage
What a great idea, will definitely use it when we have a hurricane or just for power outages. Good luck to you and everyone affected by the tornados and the loss of lives and homes.
Finding a Lost Relative?
Here are a few web-sites, some free, some not. www.PeopleSearching.com, USSearch.com, www.peoplefinders.com, GovPeopleSearch.net. Hope this helps you.
Wildlife: Red Squirrel (Aviemore, Scotland)
What a great picture of nature in all of its beauty. Great job.
Avoid "Death by GPS!"
We live so far back in the woods a GPS will not find us, much to the dismay of FEDEX and UPS. And that is our smile for the day. :-)
Southern Style Chicken and Dumplings
This recipe will make an excellent cool weather one pot meal. Thanks for sharing it.
Southern Style Chicken and Dumplings
Oh, my grandmother used to put boiled eggs in her pot of dumplings.
Removing Mothball Smell in a Car?
Try putting a bowl of white vinegar in the car overnight (or maybe several nights). Its great at removing cigarette smoke, might remove moth ball odor. Hope it helps.
Grandma Sadie's Spinach Souffle
My mom has always loved Morrisons Spinach Souffle. This will be a good recipe to fix for her. Thanks
Product Review: Awesome Cleaner
I have used this product since reading about it on the thrifty website, I agree, its awesome! However a word of caution, use disposable gloves, its very strong.
Things to Do With Kids in New Orleans?
Try the Audubon Zoo. My kids and I went there with relatives (before Katrina) and had a ball. I cant tell you what or if any of it has changed since Katrina, but it was a wonderful place to visit for people of all ages. I actually rode an elephant, my daughter...
Seed Starters
I never knew the bogs were being destroyed. Never again will I buy peat moss discs. Will use the egg shell hint. Thanks.
Blackberry Wine
This exactly how my mama used to make home-made wine!! Finally, a good recipe. Thanks so much for sharing.
Blackberry Wine
Oh, in case you were wondering, due to her age she can no longer remember a lot of things. This helped so much. Again, thanks.
Three Kitchen Tips in One!
I also like the idea of putting the eggs in the plastic shoe box. Never would have thought of the celery idea either. Thanks.
Link: Contact the White House
Thank you many times over for this information. We are many (senior citizens), lets not forget this at election time.
Turning Water into Wine
Husband has been making wine for several years, will try this recipe in one of our batches. And, no, it wont make you sick. Although the alcohol content is higher. :-)
My Frugal Life: Coupon Class
I enjoyed your article very much, not boring at all. Can apply part of your lessons, but not all because we are so rural. Thanks.
Getting Rid of Carpet Deodorizer Odor in Microwave?
Try microwaving a cup of vinegar for one minute, let it sit overnight, without opening the door. Hope this helps.
"Down Home Country" Christmas Parade Float Ideas?
How about a waiting room? We have two long benches in ours. Place several people on the benches (back to back, for viewing on both sides of the road) with live or stuffed animals,hay bales, find empty feed bags & stuff with a light filler or borrow a few bags...
Citrus To Remove White Buildup on Dishes
Would have never thought of this idea! Thanks for a very good, inexpensive idea.
Removing Odors from Clothes?
Have you tried sudsy ammonia? I used it when my husband was a heavy equipment mechanic.
Kaboom Foam-tasic And Magic Erasers For Bathtub Stains
We have hard water, so will be using this hint next. Thanks
Cleaning Burned Revere Ware Pot?
Dollar General has a cleaner Awesome that is $1.00 a bottle and very effective. Ive used it on scorched eye rings (elec stove). Be sure to wear gloves, its very strong, a refill bottle is only $3.00. Hope it works for you.
Wooden Spoon When Cooking Fudge
I DO use a wooden spoon. But my reason was not science. Wooden spoons do not scratch Teflon surfaces. Never had any problems.
Dealing With a Verbally Abusive Husband?
Having survived a very bad marriage, I can tell you from experience it wont get any better. The verbal abuse will only get worse then eventually the physical abuse will start. Go to www.penelopehouse.org, check them out. I survived because of them. They offer...
Collecting Deceased Father's SSI?
Get an attorney, go to legal aid, explain your situation. Someone will help you.
Use A Sponge Mop To Clean Rugs
Have a love seat I will try this on, thanks for a good housecleaning tip.
Cleaning Old Linoleum Flooring
Until now I have been using Lysol bathtub cleaner (the kind that foams) & scrubbing-but this sounds great! Thanks for sharing.
Creative Planters for Garden Focal Points
Love your idea for using different things for planters. Have you considered using a worn out wheel barrow? They are great and usually the bottom already has holes, so you dont have to worry about drainage. :-)
Vinegar For Scars And Age Spots
Will definitely use this hint, starting tonight!! Thank you so much for a great hint. Will start with white vinegar, then watch for any further posts to see if I should be using cider vinegar.
Brown Sugar Scrub
Will be trying this for sure, skin is terrible. Do you use the lemon juice as a toner? Splash on or with cotton balls? Thanks
Coconut Oil For Alzheimer's Treatment
Will buy this book with the hopes that it will help me with my mom. Thanks
Collecting Past Due Rent from Former Tenant?
Start proceedings to evict him. Then report him to all three credit bureaus. Because you are legally renting to him, as a landlord you can report him to the bureaus. Then as others have suggested, FB him, what a dirt-bag. Can you appeal this decision? Oh, you...
Caring for a Baby Rabbit?
I would like to thank everyone that responded to my post. I finally decided to wait one more night to see if mama would return-she did! Mama and babies are gone, hopefully under our shed or out along the fence line. Would have never considered keeping one as...
Never Buy Used Mattresses or Upholstered Furniture
I to, buy used and disinfect. In todays economy and on social security, we cannot afford new furniture, we are however frequent customers of upscale consignment shops and Habitat For Humanity. Am happy for any one that can afford new furniture.
